Best Bible Verses for Kids
The Bible is for kids! Not just adults. And there is so much in the Bible for kids. All of the Bible is good for kids of course but where do you start? There is tons in the Bible to help shape hearts, minds, teach life lessons, encourage, inspire, and more. Kids need the Bible and you can help them. Here is a great starter list of the best Bible verses for kids.
- Matthew 19:14: “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.”
- Romans 8:28: “We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God.”
- Psalm 34:14: “Turn away from evil and do what is good; seek peace and pursue it.”
- Ephesians 6:1: “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.”
- 1 John 4:8 “The one who does not love does not know God, because God is love.”
What are Good Verses for Kids to Memorize?
- Psalm 23:1: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
- Genesis 1:1: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
- Joshua 1:9: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid.”
- Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
- John 14:6: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
Inspirational Bible Verses for Kids
- Isaiah 41:10: “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
- Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
- Romans 12:2: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
- 1 Corinthians 16:14: “Let all that you do be done in love.”
- Philippians 4:6: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”
Short Bible Verses for Kids
- John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
- Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.”
- Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
- Psalm 56:3: “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
- Romans 12:12: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
Bible Verses for Sunday School Teachers
- Matthew 5:16: “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
- Proverbs 22:6: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
- 1 Timothy 4:12: “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”
- Matthew 28:19-20: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
- Colossians 3:23: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
There are plenty of other great Biblically based kids’ books to share with those you teach also.
There Are More Bible Verses for Kids Too!
This is a great start of Bible verses for kids, but there are more. Don’t just assume kids will learn when they are older, they need it now and there are plenty of Bible verses for kids to explore. As you pray for your sons and daughters and other kids in your life also seek to encourage them with and teach them the Bible. These thoughtfully selected Bible passages transcend mere words on a page; they are a wellspring of wisdom and solace for the young hearts and souls entrusted to our care. As we explore these verses with children, may they find strength, unwavering guidance, and an enduring faith in the boundless love and promises of God. Together, let us empower the next generation with the transformative power of God’s Word, nurturing their resilience and grace as they navigate life’s myriad challenges.
